Alison Jacoby, M.D.

Director of the Comprehensive Fibroid CenterObstetrician and gynecologist

Dr. Alison Jacoby is a gynecologist at UCSF Women's Health at Mount Zion who specializes in fibroids, their treatment, alternatives to hysterectomy and minimally invasive surgery techniques. Jacoby founded the UCSF Comprehensive Fibroid Center to provide personalized care and treatment for women with fibroids. She also provides prenatal care but no longer delivers babies.

Jacoby's research focuses on new treatments for fibroids and understanding factors that contribute to decisions by women about fibroid therapy. Jacoby earned a medical degree at Harvard School of Medicine and completed a residency at Tufts-New England Medical Center in 1996. She joined UCSF Medical Center in 1997.